2014 chevrolet camaro Model Overview

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Vehicle Overview

The Chevrolet Camaro is an iconic piece of American automotive history, and the 2014 model continues with a design that visually ties it to the original, but is updated to keep the style-heavy coupe looking modern.

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro is offered in both coupe and convertible forms, with multiple trim levels to choose from. LS and LT models feature a 3.6-liter V-6 producing 323 hp and 278 lb-ft of torque and a standard six-speed manual transmission or optional six-speed automatic. With the manual, the V-6 Camaro is EPA-rated at 17/28 mpg city/highway, while automatic-equipped V-6 Camaros are rated 19/30 mpg. SS and 1LE models are endowed with a 6.2-liter V-8 making 426 hp and 420 lb-ft, or 400 hp and 410 lb-ft when equipped with Active Fuel Management. A six-speed manual is standard, with a six-speed automatic available. V-8 models are rated at 16/24 mpg with the manual and 15/24 mpg with the automatic.

For those not satisfied with a mere Camaro SS, Chevy offers the ZL1 and Z/28 for 2014. The ZL1 packs a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 with 580 hp and 556 lb-ft, mated to a choice of six-speed manual or automatic. ZL1 models achieve 14/19 mpg with the manual and 12/18 mpg with the automatic. We liked the ZL1 for its blend of technology and power, which helped it come out ahead in a 2012 comparison test against the Ford Mustang Boss 302. In that test, we said: “The Camaro felt far more composed on the track than the Mustang…Although heavier than the Mustang, the ZL1 still changes direction easily and is capable of pulling higher g-forces mid-corner. The constantly variable damping rates make the Camaro feel as though its tires sink into the track.” For even greater on-track performance, there’s the Camaro Z/28 with its 500-hp, 470-lb-ft 7.0-liter V-8 borrowed from the outgoing Corvette Z06. That car gets a six-speed manual transmission, along with a track-tuned suspension, unique aerodynamic exterior pieces, 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Pirelli performance tires, large Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, and a slight weight reduction.

Inside the Camaro you might find ingress and egress a bit difficult with the large coupe doors and low-slung seats. Sport bucket seats are standard, though more supportive Recaro sport seats are available. The exterior styling is updated for 2014, with a redesigned front end and new taillights making up the bulk of the changes. It’s unclear if the form-over-function design philosophy prevails with the 2014 model, but as we observed in a review of a 2013 Camaro SS, “Visibility continues to be compromised by the shallow greenhouse, especially the thick C-pillars.”

The Chevrolet Camaro received an overall five-star rating from NHTSA, with scores of five stars (out of a possible five) in every category. The IIHS has yet to crash test a Camaro.

New for 2014

Exterior styling is updated on all models except the ZL1, with refreshed Camaros now sporting a slimmer grille and headlights and rectangular LED taillights. The track-oriented Z/28 model is added to the lineup.

Sum Up

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Pricing

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

$23,555

Certified Pre Owned Pricewhat is this?

$19,225

Certified Pre-Owned Price is the approximate price a consumer can expect to pay at a dealership for a used vehicle that has passed the manufacturer's certification process. This price applies only to vehicles covered under an automaker's CPO program, not to a dealership's own "certified" used price.

Recalls

If the air bag warning label detaches from the visor, the driver and front seat passenger may not be warned of the risks of air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Coupes manufactured June 9, 2013, through September 6, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the required air bag warning label on the sun visor may peel off. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 "Occupant Crash Protection."

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and instruct owners how to inspect the visor sticker. As necessary, dealers will replace the sun visor, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13284.

Units Affected

18941

Recall ID#14V346000 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Consequence

If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Recall Date

0000-00-00

Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling all 2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles manufactured December 3, 2008 to May 23, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and provide two new keys and two key rings per key. The recall began August 25, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14294. Note: Until the recall has been performed, it is very important that drivers adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key.

Units Affected

464712

Recall ID#14V409000 - STEERING

Consequence

If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14378.

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